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8 F rom This Side of the Mountain Mount Holly Community Historical Society Turns 50 Susan Orzell-Rantanen
68 K itchen to Table Rhubarb A Garden Winner Mary Ellen Shaw
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72 T ime Travels A Big Splash White Memorial Park Debuts Two Pools Karen D. Lorentz
14 T he Drive to Success Earning a CDL at Stafford Technical Center Paul Post 26 V ermont’s Newest State Park The Taconic Mountains Ramble Photo Essay Caleb Kenna 36 K illington Music Festival A World of Music Comes to Vermont Sandra Stillman Gartner 44 R utland City Parks A Walk Down Memory Lane Mary Ellen Shaw 56 American Pride Three Mount Saint Joseph Academy Students Attend Service Academies Cassie Horner
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n a trip to Virginia, Cassie had to face her fear of snakes. Since she doesn’t even like to see a Vermont adder sizzle across the dirt road, it is easy to imagine the trepidation occasioned by visions of copperheads, rattlers and water moccasins. The trip was in early April, which was some comfort because the weather was still cool. But still… The obvious solution to ease her mind was to ask a local, in this case the owner of the cottage where we were staying. He reasonably asserted it was no doubt too early for snakes BUT added, “if you see one, don’t kill it! Come and tell me.” As if either of us would attempt any heroic action! We knew he had a soft spot
above: The rolling hills of Afton, Virginia look like Vermont below: The brightly painted outhouse is reached by a long path from a picturesque cabin on a trail on the Skyline Drive in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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MOUNT HOLLY COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY TURNS 50 BY SUSAN ORZELL-RANTANEN • PHOTOS PROVIDED BY MHCHS
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(the original name of the Mount Holly and Shrewsbury, “town historian” Dehile the town of Mount Holly is part of the jigsaw puzzle vereux has a list of community service area). How proud is Devereux of that contributing to the medley of legacy? “My gravestone...I already commissions that include Treasurer 21st-century Vermont, it is best unof the Colfax Lodge of the Internahave it...says that I am a descendant derstood in terms of its history. The of its earliest settlers,” he confesses. A tional Order of Odd Fellows; cemetery name Mount Holly is a bit of a misno- member of the Vermont Legislature commissioner; and past-president of mer. The township actually consists the Crown Point Road Association to representing Ludlow, Mount Holly of four hamtouch on a few. lets: Belmont, Robin EatHealdville, mon has the Tarbellville, and sensitive job Hortonville. of curating the Stepping up to collections. Pullthe plate since ing in harness 1968 to help with Devereux people navigate and Eatmon on though and the 17-member appreciate this board are Paul charming quirk Nevin, vice is the Mount chair; Linda Holly ComRoberts, secremunity Histary; and Phil torical Society Crane, trea(MHCHS), surer. While a 501(c)3 orthe MHCHS ganization presents itself celebrating its as a living entity 50th year in of more than 2018. Belmont 100 members (originally called (both in-town and from afar) Mechanicsville) possibly enjoys two buildings hold the tangible the highest profile, but MHCHS evidence of the respect and has no favorite child, presenting fascination of the townsfolk for Mount Holly as a meshed comthe journey of earlier residents. munity with a populace of 1,421. Most of the organization's Dennis Devereux, museum $10,000 yearly budget is spent chair and a member of the on keeping the buildings and governing board for 40 years, inventory in good order. traces his ancestry to Perry The first building purchased above The Perkins Family Greene Dawley, Jr. born in 1783 and repurposed (in 1969) as and claimed as the first white below The former Perkins House is one of the buildings owned by a museum by the MHCHS is the Mount Holly Community Historical Society. male birthed in Jackson’s Gore
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above The Sears Cottage was a favorite vacation spot for the Nadler family. photo provided by theresa nadler below The family donated the Sears Cottage to the Mount Holly Community Historical Society. A slice of it remains in Belmont.
from a woolly mammoth. A State Historic Site Marker was erected on Route 103 near where the fossil was discovered. This relic, belonging to a beast estimated at about 1.7 tons, is recognized by the State as the Vermont Terrestrial Fossil. A whimsical complement to these two stolid museum buildings is quite
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THE DRIVE TO SUCCESS EARNING A CDL AT STAFFORD TECHNICAL CENTER
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ave Whittemore, 56, of Rutland, works in a machine shop where business has fluctuated, and is changing careers for a more secure, stable future. Brad Cyrul, an ambitious 19-year-old entrepreneur from Poultney, is just starting out with a landscaping and tree removal business, while Allen Fortune, 43, of Shoreham, is tired of seasonal job layoffs and wants more steady yearround work.
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They’re among the many Vermont residents pursuing countless opportunities that a commercial driver’s license (CDL) makes possible. Whether it’s local deliveries, working for area construction firms, or hauling goods cross-country behind the wheel of large tractor-trailers, these people are road warriors, unsung heroes of the U.S. economy, which would come to a screeching halt without them. Rutland Magazine
left Allen Fortune goes through a checklist of items to look for before starting the engine of a large truck students train with in the CDL licensing course offered by Stafford Technical Center. right Lead instructor Robert Paul McMahon points to gauges that students must check before starting the engine.
American Trucking Associations says there is a nationwide need for more than 50,000 drivers, although the research firm FTR puts the num-ber closer to 250,000 when employers such as UPS and oilfield service outfits are included.
Candidates qualify for such jobs through the Rutlandbased Stafford Technical Center, where a rigorous training program includes classroom sessions and hands-on driving instruction, held throughout the year in North Clarendon. “We don’t teach a course, we teach a skill,” said lead instructor Robert Paul McMahon, a retired truck driver with 48 years of experience. “On the side of our tractortrailer it says, ‘Stafford: Explore Your Possibilities.’ When Summer 2018
you’re driving that truck through the city of Rutland, you’re representing a school and yourself as a professional driver. Some day you’ll be representing a company.” All applicants must pass a drug test and physical exam. Then comes the challenge of navigating the program’s detailed book work and hands-on operating lessons. McMahon wants drivers to be absolutely ready when it comes time for a road test. 15
Casella Waste Systems, Inc. Launches Career Path Program BY PAUL POST Drivers who work for Rutland-based Casella Waste Systems Inc. can go as far as they want under the firm’s skill-based promotion program. The company is launching a career path program that rewards drivers who tackle more sophisticated equipment and jobs. The career paths would include other areas of the company including management. “We’re very willing to take people who have raw talent and help them grow their careers,” said Kelley Robinson, Vice President of Human Resources. “We take people who get their CDL license and teach them to operate the specific types of trucks we work with. That’s the direction we’re headed in.” For those without a CDL license, Casella gives financial assistance for such training and gives employees entry jobs while taking their driver’s course. “It used to be that you could expect to find experienced drivers,” Robinson said. “Now the demand is much greater than the CDL drivers available.” Company-wide, Casella has openings for over 100 drivers per year throughout its geographies — New England, upstate New York and Pennsylvania. There are several openings per year in Rutland alone, while bigger cities such as Portland, Maine, could have many more. “We need people all over,” Robinson said. “The larger the city the more opportunity there is.” Promotions and pay increases are basically self-guided. New employees starting out on a typical residential waste collection route make from $15-$17 per hour. But pay goes up to more than $20 per hour as drivers take on more responsibility by learning how to operate trucks such as front-end loading trucks, which empty dumpsters for schools, businesses and similar accounts; or the biggest trucks with roll-off dumpsters for construction and demolition debris or large industrial sites. “The job requires flexibility,” Robinson said. “In summer, we might need you to haul construction and demolition debris. At other times of year, it might be a residential route, or you’re just filling in for someone. “We’re looking for people with good work attendance records, who are safety-minded, conscientious and have a clean driving record,” he said. “We’re very interested in anyone with a CDL license to come and apply with us.” 16
“You only need a 70 to pass,” he said. “I don’t let a student go until I know they’re going to get a 95. I don’t make it hard for them. I just want a safe, courteous driver who’s going to start stopping long before crosswalks, or yield the right-of-way to someone trying to come out of Kentucky Fried Chicken. We don’t want cowboys.” Before engines roar to life, trucks undergo a thorough pre-trip inspection, which may take 20-30 minutes, to adjust mirrors, check gauges and make sure horns work properly. The process is very similar to a pilot’s preRutland Magazine
A Stafford Technical Center course enables students to obtain a CDL license needed for driving large trucks. from left to right are lead instructor Robert Paul McMahon, students Dennis Van Nostrand, Isaac Record, Ceejay Bales, Brandon Bogucki, Allen Fortune and instructor Don Brown.
flight procedure. Brakes and suspension systems are especially critical considering the heavy loads trucks carry. Quite simply, there is no room for mistakes, which can have deadly consequences on the open road. Instructor Don Brown doesn’t mince words. “You’re going to kill somebody with no brakes,” he said. There’s even a right and wrong way when climbing up into the cab. Cyrul is careful to maintain three-point contact, with hands and feet, at all times to keep from falling. After buckling in, he makes sure there are no loose Summer 2018
objects on the floor or dashboard that might create a hazard. Then comes a thorough check of the instrument panel. “There’s just a lot to remember,” Brown said. “There’s no cheat sheet for these guys. It’s all committed to memory.” There are two types of CDL licenses — Class A for tractor-trailers and Class B for large dump trucks up to 26,000 pounds. Nationwide, nearly 900,000 tractor-trailers alone are constantly on the move, traversing the endless concrete ribbon that makes up the country’s interstate highway
system. Class A and Class B classes cost $5,600 and $2,800, and take 148 hours and 78 hours, respectively, to complete. It isn’t easy, but the investment in time and money is worth it considering the rewards to be had. American Trucking Associations says there is a nationwide need for more than 50,000 drivers, although the research firm FTR puts the number closer to 250,000 when employers such as UPS and oilfield service outfits are included. In Vermont alone, firms such as Casella Waste Systems, Lily Trans17
Lead instructor Robert Paul McMahon uses a diagram to show class members how to navigate tricky traffic situations.
portation Corp., McDermott’s Inc., which hauls milk, and a Pepsi plant in Burlington all are looking for help. “They’re desperate, really, for drivers,” McMahon said. “The average age of truck drivers now is 55, so young people with a CDL are in a good spot. Every day now in the paper there’s ads. The good news is the pay is going up.” In the Rutland area, beginning truck drivers can expect to start out at $18-$22 per hour, he said. Students can start any time, as classes are held year round, and take as long as they want to finish. The course fee includes a driver’s permit, which Stafford obtains for students. Dennis Van Nostrand, of Poultney, has worked in the healthcare field for 17 years as a licensed nurse’s assistant. He’s always wanted a CDL since
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he was first old enough to drive, but kept putting it off. Now approaching middle age, he’s decided to fulfill a lifelong dream. “My wife and I are going to get in a truck and go,” he said. Cyrul already has a Class B license, but is upgrading to Class A so he can drive big trucks with trailers, to expand his landscape and tree removal business. Fortune, too, has a Class B license and is moving up to Class A, with hopes of landing a better job. “I just got sick of being laid off,” he said. “I’ll be able to further my work better with an A under my belt.” The general perception is that truck driving is a male-dominated world. But one Stafford Technical Center graduate, Nancy Andrus, thinks otherwise. She is now driver training
coordinator for the Vermont State Department of Motor Vehicles. “Years ago it probably was tough for a woman to go into this field, but now there is such a demand for drivers I don’t feel it’s quite as difficult,” she said. “I got two offers for employment as a driver relatively quickly after finishing my training.” However, she opted instead to join the state following a 38-year career as a driver education teacher. She earned both Class B and Class A CDL licenses to qualify her for that job, which has its occasional hair-raising moments. “It’s much scarier being an observer in the back seat or bunk of a tractortrailer with a low-level skilled driver at the helm than being in the passenger seat of a high school driver education vehicle,” Andrus said. “I would like to
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Ceejay Bales prepares to climb into the cab of a large truck students train on in a CDL licensing course. Even getting into the truck requires specific safety procedures, to keep from falling.
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n 2005, I learned about a magical hidden piece of land in Hubbardton, Vermont. I got an assignment from Vermont Life to photograph Kit Davidson and his hiking trails for a story written by Yvonne Daley. The story and photos appeared in the Spring 2006 issue of Vermont Life with the title “An Invitation to Walk; Kit and Mickie Davidson Think So Much of Their Land in Hubbardton They’ve Asked The World To Visit”. Thirteen years later, the Davidson’s vision of a public park has been realized.
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Hikers in the Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park find many beautiful views like this one.
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The Taconic Mountains Ramble Park, Vermont's newest state park, is a 204-acre property in Hubbardton that was the vision of Kit Davidson. The park offers miles of hiking trails and a Japanese garden.
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A drone view of Mount Zion Major.
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Japanese garden open to all visitors from Memorial Day Weekend to Columbus Day Weekend. The Taconic Mountains are part of the Appalachian Mountains that stretch from the eastern border of New York where it abuts northwest
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agreed to meet on the property when he returned in May. He said I was by far the most qualified candidate because of my experience doing trail work, running heavy equipment, and operating a chainsaw. “Since the position meant being
roommates as well, we knew it was a good fit when we met and both had a love of Baroque classical music. He was wonderful to work with and was an excellent roommate. Kit was an old-fashioned gentleman, a lover of Mozart, a brilliant filmmaker, a quiet 29
and kind friend, a romantic, an avid editor, and an outdoor enthusiast. “His vision for the Taconic Mountains Ramble was for it to be maintained and open to the public for the rest of time. He left me with a list of ideas that he still wanted to see happen some day in the Japanese Garden. In the tradition of this gardening style, a garden is not a stagnant work of art, but instead continues to evolve under the master gardener, which is the position he mentored me in for years and asked me to take over for him. The Garden is an aesthetic undertaking that incorporates, reflects, and builds upon the natural elements around it, rather than being a replica of a famous garden somewhere in Japan with imported, non-native plants or religious artifacts.” Joseph Markowski teaches a class called Zen Philosophy and Aesthetics at Castleton University and brings students to the Japanese garden at the Taconic Mountains Ramble. “The value of the park is variegated,” he says. “On the one hand, we are realizing the conservation and preservation of Taconic Mountain ecology. On the other, we are managing a landscape for residents and tourists to dwell in nature. Within the rambling slope of the park, the Sansui (‘mountains and waters’) Japanese garden provides an opportunity for visitors to encounter ‘nature’ in a ‘Way’ that expands our understanding and imagination of the times and spaces between selves and others.” Because I live in Brandon, I take a backroad route, driving south along Union Street up over High Pond Road, following a winding dirt road, emerging in the tiny town of Hubbardton (population 706), passing
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the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site before taking a right on St. John Road and a left into the Ramble, coming out of deep pine woods parking at the top of a classic Vermont meadow with stunning southern views towards the Herrick and Bird Mountain Ranges. For visitors coming from south, the best way to get to the park is by Exit 5 off Route 4 in Castleton heading towards the Hubbardton Battlefield and left on St. John Road. The Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park provides a serene natural break from social media, news headlines and the general buzz of modern life. On beautiful Vermont days, there is hardly a better place to go for a moderate hike and a quiet visit to the babbling waters of the Japanese garden. You might see one or two hikers or a group of Castleton Rutland Magazine
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“ This season’s lineup of artists will promote chamber music performance at the highest level.... Stay tuned for more information and be sure to attend and enjoy masterworks, performed by master musicians!” —DANIEL ANDAI, KMF ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
acclaimed performers spend part or all of four weeks performing in the festival's renowned Music in the Mountains Classical Concert Series, and teaching and guiding the young aspiring musicians from around the United States and abroad. KMF is the main resident professional classical music festival in Central Vermont. The well-deserved recognition is because of the successful collaboration between artistic director Andai and executive director Maria Fish. The two collaborators aim to foster a nurturing environment for both the students and faculty. Their goal is to invigorate, maintain and improve the quality for the music community they've gathered. The original founder of KMF was Mendon resident Susan Darrow, who began the program in 1982. Fish said, "There isn't a day
that goes by when I don't think of Susan. She was an amazing woman and the driving force behind the festival." The second weekend of last season, my friend and I attended a concert titled “Delightful Memories”. The students from the school were provided minor administrative tasks to assist with the event and sat together as a group to support the faculty. The waves of gorgeous melodies filled the space featuring a Brahams sextet and a Schumann piano quintet, including violinist Daniel Andai and pianist Simon Ghraichy. A standing ovation graced the artists at the end of their performance. The openness of the faculty and the festival, provides an oasis for both
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musicians and audience members. Fish explained that one of the strengths of the festival is that for almost four decades the group has been creating systems to help staff, faculty and students succeed in achieving their aspirations. Each summer, the students set goals for themselves, and an appropriate curriculum and repertoire are created to help them achieve what they want during their time in Killington. She added, "When students succeed at KMF, the festival can succeed as well. Schedules and events may change, but each participant has a well-rounded experience that makes them a better musician from when they first begin in the summer."
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During the 2017 season, around 50 students attended the KMF to study and perform with the international faculty. Students come from Asia, Europe and the United States. They range in age from 12 years old to 27. The program includes the study of music, playing together and performing in both the mountain concerts and in the outreach community programs. The festival's base is The Mountain Inn, located off the Access Road. On the day of my interview, I noticed a group of students gathered in the lobby excitedly checking their schedules for the day. In walked Andai and their focus immediately changed. Students, showing both
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Main Street had its beginning in 1790. Over the years it has been referred to as The Common, The Green, and Federal or Court Square.
RUTLAND CITY PARKS
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n Rutland, the word “park” has had various connotations from the creation of the first park in 1790. The different eras have had different needs when it comes to parks and this is clearly reflected in the passage of time. A “walk in the park” focus from the early days has been replaced by neighborhood parks with an emphasis on recreational and fitness needs. The history of Rutland’s parks will be told in two separate articles. The early parks are covered in this
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issue and their continued growth will unfold in a future issue. A park situated along the main route of a Vermont city or town is a common sight and Rutland City is no exception. Main Street Park with its green grass, beautiful trees, benches and even a bandstand is visible as you drive along Route 7. Over the years this park has been referred to as The Common, The Green, and Federal or Court Square. It had its beginning in 1790 when the park land was obtained as two
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parcels. Four acres were acquired from Thomas Hale and one acre from Nathan Osgood. The transactions took place just a few days apart and happened over 100 years before Rutland became a city in 1892. The park begins at the southwest corner of South Main and West Streets and ends just before 61 South Main Street. While the park is an open area today, a painting from 1840
shows it encircled by a white fence. There were four gates for entering the park. In the early days there was a whipping post where people were punished for their crimes. A water pump in the park spoke of early times when you might want to quench your horse’s thirst as well as your own. The streets that intersect the park today were laid out just a few years apart: Washington Street in 1849 and Center Street in 1856.
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above The artist used his imagination in creating this quasi-real vista that includes Main Street Park. below The bird’s eye angle shows the “real thing.”
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Something you won’t find in the park today was the corn that grew at the southern end back in 1860. A picture from 1895 shows rows of elm trees bordering the same pathway that still runs from Washington Street to the south end of the park. City Forester Dave Schneider said the trees appear to be American elms which were eventually destroyed by Dutch elm disease. Other trees are now in the park but the tall canopy of shade that was overhead as you walked the path is now lacking. Although various sources refer to a bandstand in Main Street Park back in 1860, the City of Rutland annual report for 1903 mentions that the first band concert was held in the park that year. Concerts were performed from an open structure due to a deed restriction that didn’t allow a roof. That was rectified in 1926 when City Attorney Jack Crowley rendered an opinion that allowed one. This resulted in the construction of a reinforced concrete bandstand with columns and a roof. The Sunday night band concerts in the park that I have enjoyed since I was a youngster during the 1950s and 60s can still be enjoyed today. However, absent from the park are Roxie’s Wagon and Charlie Hackett’s popcorn stand which were so popular in yesteryear. There was a line at each place during the concerts. I can still remember the wonderful aromas. One section of Main Street Park had a change of use in 1945 when a playground opened at the south end. It was intended for use by small children living in the area or visiting the park with their parents. A slide, teeter-totters, a swing structure and a jungle gym were installed. There was a playground staff to oversee it. In 1962 the care and maintenance of the park shifted from the Department of Public Works to the newly titled Recreation and Parks Department. Their staff members made new benches to enhance the
appearance of the park. A few of the cement-base benches are still in the park today with new wooden seats and backs. The late City Forester Dave Richards began the creation of an arboretum in Main Street Park in the late 1990s. This means that many varieties of trees are grown for research, educational, and ornamental purposes. Current City Forester Dave Schneider has continued to expand the diversity of species in the park.
In 2013 the Chamber of Commerce Information Booth — a landmark building — on the northern edge of Main Street Park was torn down. It housed the Chamber of Commerce Information booth, which had been there since 1966 but had not been used for quite some time. An older booth had been in the park prior to 1966. The most recent change to the park was a multi-use path, which was laid out in 2014. Rutland Magazine
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Main Street Park has been home to many fun events over the years such as carnivals, snow sculptures, mid-week concerts by various bands and of course, the ever popular Art in the Park. Times began to change on Main Street around 1850. The area between the current Terrill Street and East Center Street, across from the park, had been the center of business activity. This shifted to Rutland’s downtown when the railroad station was built in 1853. It wasn’t long before this section of town became the hub of activity along with the creation of Depot Park. I was surprised to learn that there was a swampy area in the 1860s that ran from the foot of Center Street through the depot area. Perhaps there is a connection between that and a trout fishing stream that I read ran through the center of the city in 1863. What activities took place in the early days of Depot Park? In 1868 a tightrope and trapeze performance filled the park with sight-seers. Band concerts were popular but after reaching the conclusion that the noise of the trains made the concerts hard to hear, the bandstand was removed and in 1903 the concerts were moved to Main Street Park. In June 1943 a Japanese submarine was displayed in Depot Park. It had been captured by the U.S. Navy before its mission could be accomplished. Depot Park was torn up in 1905 when wings were added to the railroad depot. Oddly enough the poor quality of the soil there led to the purchase of dormant sod from the Chicago Stockyards. Within three days the lawn was turning green and Depot Park was pretty once again! In 1954 the Rutland City Report refers to approval by voters “to secure the so-called Depot Park for an off-street parking lot”. The purchase price was $150,000. The new lot was
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designed to hold 190 cars. The soil that was dug up was stockpiled and used to patch Main Street Park and other city land. In later years after the shopping center was built, the city retained land that served as the front row of parking spaces running down to Washington Street. A few years later in 1959, voters approved acquiring additional land from Rutland Railway Corporation to extend the parking lot. The train depot was destroyed in 1964. It wasn’t until 1999 that a train station was part of the Depot Park area once again. Amtrak opened that year making the park name seem more appropriate. One of the more interesting items you will find in Depot Park is a bronze sculpture called “The Leash” by the late Patrick Farrow. Farrow and his wife, Susan, offered it to the city as a gift. The sculpture depicts a dog tethered to a parking meter on an imaginary leash. It was damaged in 2011 but was repaired. Depot Park has been home to the outdoor Farmers’ Market for over 30 years. Other events such as the Ethnic Festival, annual Christmas tree lighting and concerts have made it an enjoyable public space. Look for a continuation of the history of Rutland City Parks in a future edition. Mary Ellen Shaw is a graduate of Trinity College. She is the author of the book, "Kittenhood 101," and is also a freelance writer for several publications.
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storied school; and Josh Williams, 2018 MSJ graduate, will be attending the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. “This is a huge commitment for a 16-to17-year-old to make,” says Charles Stevens, MSJ Director of Guidance. “They are really good young people with intelligence, strength and grace. I count on them to honor their service oaths. They have a commitment to the service and an identifiable desire to support the United States.” Phil Hall, assistant principal at MSJ, references rigor as the number one tool in helping prepare these three students for their careers. “We are very focused on students growing into the 21st century,” he says. “It is not easy to be an MSJ student, to work at the level we ask students to work at. You’re forced to develop a structure to get your work done. I think these three students are good examples of making a positive impact on the world. Our mission at MSJ is to work toward a just world. We are trying to send young people out into the world to be leaders.” CLAIRE SCHMELZENBACH On May 26, Claire graduates from West Point with a commission as 2nd Lieutenant in the Medical Service Corps. She will be serving at the first duty station of the 2nd brigade, 4th infantry division in Fort Carson, Colorado. The education is free but the commitment includes post-graduation active duty service of five years. Claire describes the family inspiration that caught her attention about the military. “My mom was an army nurse in Desert Storm,” she says. “Both of my grandfathers had army careers. The tradition was in my fam-
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ily but I did not grow up with it directly because all three were retired.” The idea of military school started as a joke by her father. “I was not the most well-behaved middle schooler,” she recalls. “My dad would joke about my going to military school. When I started to prepare for college, my parents suggested it seriously.” Her years at MSJ prepared her for a military career. She played soccer and basketball, and ran track. She was involved with student government. “I always had college in mind,” she says. “It was not forced on me but I felt it was never not an option to pursue further education. MSJ was a school I could thrive in.” Academically, she observes that the many AP/honor-level classes prepared her for West Point. Claire had visited West Point when she was little because a friend of her mom taught there. The idea of being a student there grew. “West Point was appealing to me because it would be really challenging and exciting,” she says. She visited all three military academies - Air Force, naval and army, and was accepted at all of them. “West Point was initially a challenge but I want to serve in some way and be involved in something I grew up appreciating.” During her West Point years, Claire has spent time in eight countries, some as army-funded trips and some privately funded. Her focus is Foreign Area Studies Middle East, International Studies and Persian(or Farsi). Her senior thesis is focused on the holiday Norwuz celebrated throughout the Middle East and Central Asia. It is viewed as secular and religious, and connected to the rise of Muslim. “I researched how this significant
and active celebration has evolved throughout the region with the rise of Islam and the non-religious influence of the Soviet Union.” Her research involved a trip to Central Asia to celebrate the holiday. The goal of her study is to provide consolidated information to military government officials. “West Point is a military school but the goal is like that of any school — a liberal education,” Claire says. “They want officers to be well-rounded in their education.” She reflects on the impact of MSJ on her career. “MSJ has a good moral base and community I could fall back on,” she says. She praises her family for their super support of her, as well as the Rutland community. To learn more about Claire’s experiences, visit her blog at www.theadventuredecade. com MONICA SCHMELZENBACH Monica and Claire grew up in Tinmouth, Vermont. Like her sister, Monica attended all four years of high school at MSJ. She played varsity soccer for five years, beginning in eighth grade at Christ the King School. She also played basketball and ran track for four years. Sports provided “the foundation of teamwork and learning to be a leader, along with life skills in general,” she says. Academic subjects of particular interest to her were psychology and American history. Monica’s interest in the military was based, like her sister’s, in family roots. “I also knew I wanted to do something to serve others and benefit others in my future career,” she says. “I have a lot of characteristics needed to be a good officer, including hard
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work, commitment, being open to people improving you, and listening. Most of those grew out of MSJ. I was able to learn and be an observer in early high school and worked up to being a team captain.” For Monica, the challenges of West Point are resulting in important rewards. “The challenges are not so much something you enjoy but they are fulfilling and pay off in the future,” she observes. “It was not always where I wanted to be 100 percent but I look back and see it is already paying off. It’s funny because when you are living it, it is very difficult but you feel accomplished serving a better purpose. “What’s great about West Point is tradition is huge. You talk to people who were here in the past and you share a brother/sisterhood.” Monica describes a busy day that starts at 6:15 a.m. (her freshman year it was earlier because of freshman duty chores). Morning formation is followed by breakfast. At 7:30 a.m., classes start. The noon formation includes all of the cadets and everyone eats lunch together. At about 4 p.m., she goes to the gym where she is part of a Judo team. Practice lasts two hours. The evening is spent doing homework. “There is still time to socialize, to grow friendships and meet with my sister and continue my faith life,” she says. Her focus of study is business management. Asked to give advice to someone considering West Point as a school choice, Monica says, “Tell them it is not easy, it’s very hard. But if your heart is in it and you have support and work through the daily struggles you will be better for it in the end. You will feel there is nothing you can’t do.” JOSH WILLIAMS Josh Williams tested his interest in a service academy by attending a weeklong summer program called AIM (Academy Introduction MisRutland Magazine
sion) offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. “I had a great time,” he says. “I enjoyed everything and was really fired up afterward. There was a real sense of camaraderie with others. I was interested in the Coast Guard and its mission.” With this summer experience in mind, he applied and was accepted at the Coast Guard Academy. Some of the missions include drug interdiction, migrant interdiction, search and rescue, and marine safety. Like West Point, the Coast Guard Academy education requires a commitment post graduation of five years service. His rank on graduating will be ensign. Josh attended MSJ all four years of high school. “My dad was in the army when I was growing up,” he says. “I was born in Hawaii and lived in Louisiana, Texas, and Washington before moving to Vermont when I was in fifth grade.” For Josh, MSJ provided many benefits that prepared him for his future. “MSJ is a small community where everyone knows everyone,” he observes. “Everyone who needs help gets it. The school is very service-oriented. I made strong bonds of friendship and have had a great time there.” Challenging courses established a foundation for his education. He enjoyed cross country, “I was not the fastest but the team was terrific. I found many of my strongest friendships from the team.” He is also very interested in rock climbing. “MSJ is filled with great people,” Josh says. “It’s a great place and I love it.” The journeys of these three young people from MSJ propel them into the complexities of modern times. “Where they start,” Stevens says, “is with the attitude of welcoming the challenges thrown at them by showing up again every day. The best leaders walk the walk.”
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A SMALL TOWN GETS FESTIVE ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY PAUL POST
clockwise from top The scene is set for a day of fun; Mary Ellen Evans prepares for the frying pan throw; Ruth Danforth, her sister Helen Atkinson, and Helen's daughter Morgan Atkinson took part in the frying pan throwing contest; Anya Brostek and Edie Grossarth work the bake sale. 62
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Hubbardton Day is a gathering of friendly folks — from native sons and daughters and long-time residents to relative newcomers — attracted to the town’s idyllic landscape and peaceful lifestyle, who have decided to make it their home.
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pectators beware! Or at least wear a hard hat because you never know where a heavy iron skillet might end up during a fun frying pan throwing contest. It’s one of many exciting games and activities, plus delicious food, ready to be served up at the annual Hubbardton Day Celebration, which epitomizes small-town Vermont at its best. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, July 21 at the Hubbardton Battlefield site. (Rain date Sunday, July 22). Festivities get under way at 4 p.m. and continue through the evening with a variety of musical entertainment, all capped off with a large fireworks show. Hubbardton Day was first held several years ago to mark the town’s 250th anniversary and was so successful that organizers decided to make it an annual event. More than anything, it’s a gathering of friendly folks — from native sons and daughters and long-time residents to relative newcomers — attracted to Hubbardton’s idyllic landscape and peaceful lifestyle, who have decided to make it their home. “I never was interested in moving away,” said 81-year-old Robert Gibbs, past town Selectboard chairman. “A lot of people weren’t born here in Hubbardton. They come from just about every state, I guess. Here you can have your own little house tucked away somewhere. Nobody bothers you. They come for the quiet, friendly atmosphere. “I guess that’s my favorite thing, plus the flow of the seasons. There’s 10 months of winter and two months of poor sledding,” Gibbs said, smiling. Mary Ellen Evans taught health and physical education for 22 years at Castleton State College and was the school’s field hockey coach. She
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and her late husband, Bill, a former FBI agent in Chicago, discovered Vermont’s charms on their way home from a European vacation. “Going back to suburban Chicago, there were too many people,” she said. “With the FBI, every place we went they had to know where he was so he could leave, if necessary. If we went to the movies, we had to tell them we’d be home at 7:30.” So the Evans decided to leave the big city behind for a new way of life. Bill, a former World War II Navy pilot, became director of pupil personnel services for Rutland City Schools, and later of guidance at Fair Haven High School where he also coached football. “It was nice because we both loved the outdoors,” Mary Ellen said. “The scenery is gorgeous. I love the people. They’re nice, wonderful and warm, yet very individualistic.” On Hubbardton Day, they love getting together for a good time. For kids, there are all kinds of 64
above Kathryn Grossarth uses her artistic skills on Edie Grossarth. below Steve Kyhill (left) and David Hughes (right) play live music to entertain the crowd.
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games to play or they can have their faces painted like a funny-looking cartoon character. Kathryn Grossarth used her artistic skills to put smiles on kids’ faces at last year’s event. For adults, the competition is a far cry from the Summer Olympics, but people can’t wait to see how the frying pan-throwing contest turns out, as women heave heavy skillets through the air. Officials rush, with tape measures in hand, to see who recorded the longest distance. Judy Bass took top honors in last year’s adult women’s category. There are also separate events for senior women and kids. Guests can also try their hand at the corn hole toss or take part in a spirited volleyball game. Cash prizes are awarded to winners of all adult events. Feeling lucky? There are three different types of raffles to enter — one for cash prizes, a “What's Your Pleasure?” jar raffle, and another for a gorgeous hand-stitched country quilt. The culinary highlight is a fantastic pig roast and chicken barbecue “with all the fixin’s” prepared by Hubbardton Center Grange 290 (5-6:15 p.m.). Free ice cream is also available. Last year’s musical lineup included the popular duo Steve Kyhill and David Hughes, along with a performance by the Mount Independence Seth Warner Fife and Drum Corps, named for Colonel Warner, the Battle of Hubbardton’s hero. This battle, on the morning of July 7, 1777, was the only one fought on Vermont soil during the American Revolution. The day before, Americans outnumbered by General John Burgoyne’s British Army, evacuated Fort Ticonderoga. They fled across a floating wooden bridge, from the New York to the Vermont side of Lake Champlain, where they began a hasty, grueling overland retreat toward Hubbardton, more than 20 miles away. Most of the American army Summer 2018
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made it all the way south to Castleton. However, Colonel Warner and the Green Mountain Boys stayed behind, where they formed a rear guard, setting up defensive positions in anticipation of a British attack, which lasted all of a few hours on July 7. But this delaying action allowed Americans to reach Fort Edward, New York, by way of Rutland, setting the stage for the world-history changing Battles of Saratoga that forced Burgoyne’s stunning surrender on Oct. 17, 1777 — the war’s turning point that led to America’s eventual victory. Hubbardton Day celebrates the freedoms and lifestyle made possible by Warner and many other Vermont patriots. That spirit is kept alive and enjoyed today by the town’s 706 residents including Richard Nordmeyer, who organizes the celebration. He and his wife, Elaine, are also from suburban Chicago and were good friends with Bill and Mary Ellan Evans before coming to Vermont. “We started camping here in 1970 and got in touch with them,” Richard Nordmeyer said. “Then we moved here after we retired.” He’s also on the town Planning Commission and both he and Elaine are justices of the peace. “There’s no school here, no post office, no street lights, sidewalks, store or gas station,” Richard Nordmeyer Rutland Magazine
said. “But it’s a real close-knit community. Everybody kind of helps each other. We’ve got great neighbors.” Marilyn Brostek, a registered nurse originally from Massapequa, New York, moved to the area after vacationing with friends. “We all started coming up and renting places,” she said. “We fell in love with property on Lake Beebe and decided to buy it. “A small town is the way to go,” she said. “In the city it’s hard to get around. I will say the winters are pretty rough up there. But there’s a lot of opportunities to volunteer if you want to do fun things. The people are terrific. Everyone’s very, very friendly. I love the beauty of the trees, mountains and churches. It’s all about slowing down. It’s quintessential Vermont.” The 2018 Hubbardton Day celebration is scheduled for 4-10 p.m. on Saturday, July 21 at Hubbardton Battlefield. Tickets for the pig roast and chicken barbecue are $12 for adults and $6 for kids under 10. For advanced tickets and more information call (802) 273-2651 or (802) 273-2951. Summer 2018
above The frying pan throw is a popular event. below The late David Carpenter (front left) worked the grill.
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A GARDEN WINNER BY MARY ELLEN SHAW • PHOTOS BY TIM SINK
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fter a long winter, I always look forward to the first time I can pick something from my garden and use it in a recipe. Rhubarb wins the honor each year of being the first thing to find its way from our garden to our plates. A few years ago I decided to create a binder full of recipes using only the fruits and veggies that I grow. Having the recipes in alphabetical order from “apple” to “zucchini” has proved to be very convenient. The binder is used frequently from summer through fall. The rhubarb section has several yummy choices such as pie, coffee cake, bread, conserve, muffins and even cookies. The nice thing about rhubarb is that it freezes well and can be used throughout the winter when something from your own garden is really appreciated. Plants that require little or no work are probably the most welcome addition to any garden. Rhubarb fits the bill for that. If you don’t have rhubarb in your garden, there are two ways to grow it. Rhubarb plants are often sold as “bare root” plants. This means you will see a “crown” and a root. To begin the planting process, dig a hole about 12” wide and 6” deep. Place the root on the bottom and the crown about 3” below the surface. The wide hole gives this heavy feeder room to expand. Rhubarb plants can also be grown from seed but it requires more oversight than a bare root planting. The seeds should be started indoors and moved outdoors when they are 3”- 4” tall. They need to be hardened off with gradual exposure to the sun and wind. If you try growing rhubarb from the seeds of an existing plant in your garden, the characteristics of the new 68
plant may not be the same as the parent plant. Rhubarb plants are pretty much maintenance-free. Division is only needed every six to ten years. Each section you divide should contain both roots and a visible bud growth (crown) on the top. When replanting, wait two to three years to harvest growth from the new plants. Divide the plants in the early spring or fall when they are dormant. If the stalks are thin, you will know it’s time to divide. Rhubarb does well in full sun as well as partial shade. It is fairly drought tolerant and even in my relatively small space (approximately 8’ x 8’) it produces enough for all the things I like to make. As the rhubarb matures, you will notice a “flower” on the stalk that resembles a broccoli head. These should be removed. They contain seeds which if left in the garden can produce “volunteers” that pop up where they are not wanted. When it’s time to harvest the rhubarb, you can gently twist the stems and pull the stalks from the base of the plant or use a sharp knife to cut them. Some growers feel that cutting rhubarb with a knife makes it more susceptible to rot. The leaves should be discarded as they are poisonous to eat. Never cut all the stalks from a plant. At least half should remain in order to draw moisture to the roots so the plants can survive the winter. Although ingesting the oxalic acid in the rhubarb leaves is dangerous, they can be put in a compost bin. The oxalic acid in the leaves is broken down and diluted rather quickly during the decomposition process. Once the rhubarb starts to break down, there are no
adverse effects to your compost. Most of us associate red as the color of a rhubarb stalk. But there are other colors depending on the cultivar, such as green, pink or speckled. There is no taste difference according to experts. But if you are making something where a red or pinkish color is needed you would want a cultivar that provides that color. The length of time you can pick rhubarb depends on the weather. It doesn't like heat. I have been able to Rutland Magazine
Rhubarb’s introduction to America happened quite close to our region. A gardener from Maine supposedly obtained either rootstock or seeds from Europe around 1800. That person introduced it to growers in Massachusetts. It was a popular item and started being sold in produce markets in 1822.
pick it from mid-May until the end of June. Some people say they can pick again in the fall but I haven't been able to do that. Also, if you keep picking it you won't get as much the next season as the plant gets weakened. The stalks don't look fresh and full as Summer 2018
the summer goes by. They look a little woody. In our yard it gets too shady for the rhubarb to keep growing when all the leaves are out on the nearby maple tree. There are quite a few things in our gardens that evoke the question, “Is it
a fruit or a vegetable?” Rhubarb is one of them. The answer to that question is somewhat dependent on who is answering it. Botanically speaking it’s a vegetable in the Polygonaceae family which also includes buckwheat and sorrel. 69
STRAWBERRY RHUBARB COFFEE CAKE
CAKE: 3 cups flour 1 cup sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 cup butter cut into small pieces 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 2 eggs 1 ½ tsp vanilla
I found references to rhubarb originating in China in 2700 B.C. where it was used for medicinal purposes. Its introduction to America happened quite close to our region. A gardener from Maine supposedly obtained either rootstock or seeds from Europe around 1800. That person introduced it to growers in Massachusetts. It was a popular item and started being sold in produce markets in 1822. In the 1940s the U.S. Customs officials categorized rhubarb as a fruit to take advantage of lower tax rates and shipping laws. I love going to my garden and harvesting whatever I am going to cook. When May rolls around, I pick some rhubarb, open my recipe binder and I am off and running for the season. Of course, area farmers also offer this tasty treat. If cooking with rhubarb is new to you, it shouldn’t take long to have a favorite recipe that you can’t wait to use each year. One of the preferred recipes in our house is always a strawberry-rhubarb coffee cake. It allows me to use up any remaining strawberries in the freezer from the previous season. Because my rhubarb patch is small, I allow a few weeks for it to replenish itself before making a very easy conserve recipe. It consists of only rhubarb, sugar and a packet of Jello. How easy is that? The 70
conserve goes into four freezer-safe jars and can be enjoyed later. Any remaining rhubarb is cut into pieces that are approximately 1” in size. I put these in freezer bags with the amount measured out for the various recipes we like such as muffins and cookies. Even though the rhubarb you are using was previously frozen, the items you cook can also be frozen for future enjoyment. Martha Stewart has a recipe on her website for pork chops with a rhubarb-cherry sauce. Leave it to Martha to use it as part of a main course for dinner when most of us associate it with sweet treats. Some educational facts about rhubarb are: one pound equals 3 cups chopped or 2 cups cooked. It is low in cholesterol and sodium, keeps the body cleansed and offers a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins C and K, calcium and potassium. A fun part of cooking is browsing for recipes, tweaking them to suit your taste and then deciding if they earn the right to be a part of your recipe binder. Planting season is upon us so now is the time to decide if rhubarb will have a place in your garden. Otherwise, head to your local farmers’ market or farm stand and make something yummy!
FILLING: 3 cups rhubarb, cut into small pieces 1 quart of strawberries (mashed) 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup cornstarch TOPPING: ¼ cup butter, softened ¾ cup flour ¾ cup sugar
In a large sauce pan (I use a double boiler to prevent sticking) combine the rhubarb, strawberries and lemon juice. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Combine the sugar and cornstarch; stir into rhubarb and strawberries. Bring to a boil stirring constantly until mixture thickens. I use a potato masher to make the mixture smoother. Set aside until ready to use. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat buttermilk, eggs and vanilla. Stir into crumb mixture. Spread HALF the batter into the bottom of a greased 9x13 baking dish. Spread the filling over the top. Drop the remaining half of the batter by spoonfuls onto the top of the filling. For the final topping, combine the flour and sugar. Cut softened butter into the flour/sugar until it’s crumbly. Sprinkle the crumbs over the top of the batter. Bake in pre-heated 350 degree oven for 40-45 minutes. Cool in the pan. RHUBARB CONSERVE RECIPE 5 cups of rhubarb, cut into approximately 1" to 2" pieces 4 cups of sugar Combine the rhubarb and sugar and let stand for an hour or more. Then put them in a double boiler and cook until it's sauce consistency. You can use a potato masher to make it smooth. Then add a package of strawberry or raspberry jello. I prefer raspberry! Stir over low heat for a few minutes. Then pour into hot glass jars, let it cool and then refrigerate. Rutland Magazine
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nity that saw fit to provide a superb recreational area for all ages, tots to seniors. That community includes the Rutland Recreation and Parks Department (RRPD) and many other groups that advocated for and support a vibrant recreation program with modern swim facilities. Pool, Park Programs Kim Peters, the RRPD superintendent
who previously worked as the recreation director for the town of Killington, is excited about the completion of the facilities and the programs that return to the park this summer. Having started her job in November 2017, she credits her predecessor Cindi Wight with “the planning of the pool and the perseverance that got it to the construction phase.” The new six-lane, 25-yard compe73
The popular North Main Street pool operated from 1929 through 1974 and was a unique twostory brick structure that was entered on the ground level where the changing rooms and restrooms were. People climbed stairs to the second-level pool. postcards provided by Bill Powers
tition pool will accommodate lap swimming and provide a home for the Rutland Swim Team. There is a diving board at the 14-16 foot deep end, and, due to its overall size, there’s enough room to maintain a lap lane during most public swim times, Peters said. The competition pool will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. for adult lap swimming. The swim team (ages 5 to 19) will practice Monday through Friday mornings with meets held in the evenings on Tuesdays and on some Saturdays. The lunch hour will feature lap swims for adults followed by open swim time for anyone. Evening swim lessons will begin at 5 p.m. for all ages with open swim following. The 2,950-square-feet family pool 74
will offer open swim from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with an area that can be roped off for swim lessons. It sports a zeroentry area. “It’s like you would find at a beach,” Peters explained, noting the gradual slope into the water accommodates all ages. A small slide, spray features, and splash buckets will add to the fun. “All are welcome to use the pools,” Peters noted, saying there is a fee (day use or season pass) that is
slightly higher for non-residents. There is no charge to use the park’s other facilities. Peters, an American Red Cross-certified instructor in lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, and AED, has hired more lifeguards to staff the two pools with up to ten guards at peak times and two to three shifts as needed. “More counselors have been hired due to our summer camps being stationed out of White’s, again,” she said of increased Rutland Magazine
employment opportunities and more programs. Rutland Recreation and Parks Director Bob Peterson said six full-time department workers have taken a certified pool operator’s course. “Water chemistry is very important,” he said, adding that standards are comparable to those that measure drinking water. Operators can even monitor the new equipment in the pumphouse by using a smartphone, he said of the new updated technology. Addressing the importance of outdoor recreation, Peters notes parks “create a structure for play and a place for people to socialize. Swimming is a lifelong exercise that’s good for injured athletes and seniors as well as adults and kids.” Noting she had checked out the Upper Valley Aquatics Center for ideas, Peters plans to incorporate more activities such as seniors’ water volleyball. She also hopes to add a Gaga Pit, an eight-sided structure where a form of dodge ball is played inside. “It was a big hit in Killington last year and is a very active game that seniors and kids can engage in. We just have to pay for the wood,” she said, noting the structure can be built in-house. “With parents working, recreation in a safe environment where kids can participate in active sports is more important than ever. In addition they can connect with lifeguards. It’s a good social environment in a good central location,” Peterson added, noting that coaches often call to see if the facilities are available for pick-up games. “The community missed its pool and we’re grateful to Northwood in Rutland Town for sharing their pool,” he said of the three years without a city pool. Community Support, Cooperation “There’s been a rich history of support for a municipal pool that dates back to the North Main Street pool,” Summer 2018
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Peterson noted. It operated from 1929 through 1974 and was a unique two-story brick structure that was entered on the ground level where the changing rooms and restrooms were. One climbed stairs to the second-level pool. “It was very popular and people hated to see it go,” Peterson recalls. A bequest by Mrs. Frances E.W. White in 1954 provided over $124,000 for recreation, including a park to be built in the city. Buffum’s lot, a 12-acre parcel just east of Route 7 and south of Jackson Ave., was chosen as the site. It was purchased for $19,150 according to the city’s 1956 Annual Report, which noted that planning was underway for 76
the White Playground. A little league field and two blacktopped tennis courts were built by 1961. The new Parks Superintendent John Cioffredi played a major role in the further development of White’s with support from the mayor, aldermen, and local chamber of commerce. He also advocated for a pool to be built at White’s Park throughout the 1960s. Betty Mumford, who worked for the parks department for over 40 years and served on a Strategic Planning Committee, said her notes from 1964 show that facilities included: 1 softball and 1 midget league field,
1 basketball court, 3 cement tennis courts, playground equipment and a storage building. With the North Main Street Pool located in Rotary Park constantly being repaired, White’s 50-meter pool was started in 1969 and opened July 20, 1970. The pool and bathhouse complex cost $189,520 — $1.28 million in 2018 dollars! The project received $94,760 from the U.S. Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. State recreation bond money and a $46,000 city bond provided the remaining funds. The pool operated from 1970 through 2014. “Pools built in that era have a useful life of about 40 years,” Peterson noted, adding its 45 seasons contributed to the decision to build a new pool rather than repair the leaking pool. However, federal funds were no longer available to help with replacement costs so taxpayers had to foot the entire bill. The $2.5 million, 20year bond was a challenge, but voters approved the engineer’s design to replace the pool and bathhouse. (The cost to the average property owner was estimated at $26 a year.) That was March 2016. When bids came in $1 million over budget, it was back to the drawing board. Design alterations, a smaller slide for the family pool, and eliminating replacement of the bathhouse resulted in a successful bid by Russell Construction Services. On June 8, 2017 a community cookout and groundbreaking ceremony were held, and the entire park had to be closed due to its being a construction site. With good weather the pool work proceeded on schedule and, most importantly, on budget. That enabled a decision to be made to use a contingency in the budget for renovations to the bathhouse, Peters noted. Workers removed the old pool, built the two new pools, and installed all new mechanicals in the pumphouse. As outdoor construction stopped Rutland Magazine
in winter, work proceeded on the bathhouse following plans drawn up by Ed Clark and staff of NBF Architects. There, workers modified interior walls, applied new finishes, and painted the exterior. The pool’s concrete decks, tile work, and installation of accessories had to be done in warmer spring weather, explained Todd Davis,project manager for Russell Construction, noting cooperative weather would enable the project to be completed for a June pool opening. Davis noted it was “a pleasure to work with the Rec Department,” echoing Peterson’s appreciation for “great cooperation throughout the project. It’s been a collective effort and their flexibility allowed our workforce to participate as needed. Bob Cunningham (job superintendent) and Todd Davis were great to work with and we appreciate their enthusiasm for the project,” Peterson said. When White Memorial Park reopens this summer, people enjoying the new pool complex will also be able to access the regulation-sized baseball diamond, tennis and basketball courts, and updated children’s playground once again. Walking paths, flower gardens, and surrounding mountain views complement the area. The debut of the two new pools for the city of Rutland will return White Memorial Park to a vibrant recreational facility for all ages. Perhaps the best part is that the park and pools will be open to all, not just city residents. Cooperation, collaboration, and community effort have made possible a bright future for fun and “cool” recreation. Kudos to all. Karen Lorentz is a freelance writer and author of several women's biographies and ski books, including Killington, A Story of Mountains and Men, updated in 2009 and available locally. Summer 2018
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TOM HUEBNER A Legacy of Cultural Change at Rutland Regional
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om Huebner, recently retired CEO and President of Rutland Regional Medical Center is not one to shine light on his own achievements. After 28 years at Rutland Regional, seven as vice-president and the remaining 21 as president, he at least admits that in this day and age, where the average tenure of a CEO in America is 3.5 years, longevity matters and plays a role in its success. Yet, as Huebner steps down from his 42 years in healthcare, he is quick to praise the organization and staff with whom he works, citing that his greatest contribution and the thing he is most proud of is the cultural change that has taken place at Rutland Regional during his time there.
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Tom Huebner talks with Elsie Zakrzewski of Rutland Regional Medical Center Volunteer Services.
“People have asked me ‘what are you most proud of?’ We’ve built buildings and we started programs—whether it was expanding the Emergency Department; creating a very cohesive physician multispecialty practice; building the Meadows and Gables, senior housing and assisted-living facilities—these are all great, but to me, the hardest work was the cultural change,” Huebner said. “We got better over time. We asked questions. We created a culture. It doesn’t happen quickly, you just have to stay at it, be consistent, and live it.” Part of this cultural shift came about when Rutland Regional, under Huebner’s leadership, began to research and focus on eight drivers of engagement, asking employees to think about a place where they had “been all in—really committing their hearts and minds” and describe what
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that place had been like. The result were these eight drivers: a leader who supports; teamwork; good, two-way communication; personal relationships; recognition; matched employees, in other words, competent team members; training; and sufficient resources. A big part of the cultural change has been a new spirit of collaboration among the physicians. Huebner likens the atmosphere of when he first came on board to “the wild, wild west,” where autonomy reigned supreme. He says he can’t even explain “how deep a change it’s been unless you lived it.” Approximately 17 to 18 years ago, Rutland Regional, under Huebner’s leadership, began to bring about this cultural change by creating a vision statement to be “the best community health center in New England” and to
be able to measure this with metrics. They created six goals: to have great quality clinically; to have great customer service; to be financially strong; to have great information to make decisions from; to create new services that the community needed; and to have employee engagement, which led to research into the eight drivers. Brian Kerns, Vice President of Human Resources at Rutland Regional said, “Tom knew the success of Rutland Regional was rooted in employee engagement. Making certain all employees at every level were committing their hearts and minds to their work and the organization was the ‘secret sauce’ that has made so many other things possible.” These other things include a host of awards including being one of only 378 hospitals out of nearly 6,000 to be recognized by the American
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Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program, one of the highest achievements an organization can obtain for nursing excellence. More recently, they were named Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News and World Report, one of 545 hospitals out of 4,500 to to be recognized, and the only one in the state of Vermont. John Casella, immediate past Chair of Rutland Regional Medical Center’s Board of Directors, said, “I just think that his leadership, vision, and dedication, not only to the hospital, but to the community are second to none.” Coming to Rutland Regional Huebner grew up in the suburbs of New York City and headed to Colby College in Maine when he was 18. There, he was a political science major with a plan to go to law school. He began looking around him, however, and realized that everyone seemed to have the same plan. “I was like hmmm, maybe the world doesn’t need one more lawyer,” he explained. A friend of a friend’s father was the assistant administrator of the hospital down the road from his school, so Huebner secured an introduction and decided to follow him around for a day of work. After that, he concluded that this was what he wanted to do. He applied to Boston University, where he received his degree in healthcare administration and says, “I never looked back.” He was attracted not only to the organizational elements of the job, but the societal benefits as well, working in the Boston area for 15 years before moving up to Rutland for what he assumed was a short-term stop. “I told my wife and kids it was going to be a short little stint, a stop 82
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along the way and we’d move on,” he said. “That’s not what happened. I ended up spending my career here and very happily so.” Huebner is now married to wife Tricia, who owns Phoenix Books in downtown Rutland. The two have three children and five grandchildren between them: Benjamin, who is a lawyer for the federal government and has four children; Emily, who works in the development office of the University of Minnesota and has one son; and Katie, who works for MIT. All, he claims, are proud to say they grew up in Rutland. For Huebner, the impact he makes on the community around him has always been a factor in his career. “It’s nice to make a living, but it goes back to what we were talking about earlier. You want to make a living doing something that has value.” Huebner has certainly made such an impact. “I think in many ways this community would not be the same without him,” says Casella. “It wouldn’t be the great place to live that it is without the efforts of Tom over the years. I think he’s built a great hospital and healthcare system in the community
that will forever remain as a visible and tangible reminder of his leadership, his vision, and his dedication.” Certainly, leadership was one of the most critical drivers of employee engagement that Rutland Regional discovered. It was that sense that “the boss has your back,” followed closely by teamwork and the idea that all involved are pulling in a common direction, said Huebner, who has worked on every level to enforce these motivations. To continually communicate with staff, he started a monthly update to inform employees of what was happening internally at the hospital as well as drawing attention externally to legislation impacting the hospital and healthcare on a state and national level. In the hospital’s monthly newsletter, he also had a space called Tom’s Corner, “a newsy column encapsulating what is happening at Rutland Regional,” said Communications Specialist, Peg Bolgioni. Huebner plans to continue his interest and impact on healthcare policy into his retirement. After a tour of some National Parks with his wife, he plans to return to Rutland where, Rutland Magazine
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he said, “I am counting on Rutland Regional to take care of my family and me if we need medical care. I want to know that the quality of care we provide our community is going to be sustained because it’s going to be me at the end of that care at some point…There are things in the community I still want to do. I want to stay involved in economic development and I’ll still be very interested in health policy,” said Huebner. Jeff Tieman, President and CEO of the Vermont Association of Hospitals and Health Systems, noted that Huebner “has a sharp mind for both politics and policy, which is a rare trait among hospital CEOs. His ability to understand and explain the details of healthcare policy has benefited Vermont in numerous ways.” Even as the hospital and the community bid Huebner goodbye in his role as hospital president, they look forward to the new leadership of Claudio D. Fort, Huebner’s successor. Interestingly, Huebner began his 28-year career at Rutland Regional on the same day, April 16th, when Fort will start his new position. Huebner said, “I’m very confident in the new CEO that the board has chosen, someone I’ve known for 10 years, that he will get the culture because its care and feeding is very important.” As far as Huebner is concerned, he leaves his job satisfied. “I’ve done work that has been so gratifying. I have a great family and a great community I live in. People who get to do work that has value and has made a difference, what’s better than that, really?” he concluded.
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very seat in the theatre is filled. There are extra folding chairs set up in the back and an overflow of audience members are standing. Introductions done, the lights dim, and my heart is racing. I grab my husband’s hand as the film begins. Music fills the theatre and we are inside a hospital room where an infant is being taken off of life support, while her devastated, helpless parents surround the bassinet. The film is Unspoken based on my true story, first published in Lady’s Circle Magazine. The short narrative produced by Wild Angel Films was selected to have its premiere at the second annual Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival 2016, and we are honored to be amongst a group of outstanding filmmakers.
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Each year, MNFF sees an increasing number of strong Vermont films by filmmakers of all ages, including shorts, features and documentaries. International films fill out the program from such countries as Switzerland, India, Iran, Lebanon, Italy, Finland, Poland, Australia, Canada, Mexico and France. The foreign entries have featured comedies, tragedies, satires, animated works and “even a feature film shot in one astonishing extended take”. The 2017 festival had over 400 entries and 94 were selected to be screened over the four-day period. One of the highlights of the festival is the opening night screening. The Town Hall Theatre was sold out weeks in advance. However, a large crowd gathered outside the theatre door, placed their names on a wait list and hoped for a seat to become available. At the third annual MNFF 2017, the documentary Take My Nose Please by Joan Kron was presented the first evening. In her mid-eighties, international journalist Kron decided to go back to school to learn about filmmaking. She then shot a “seriouslyfunny and wickedly subversive look at the role of comedy in examining the pressures on women to be attractive and society’s desire and shame relationship with plastic surgery.”
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Summer 2018, first- and secondtime filmmakers will gather in Middlebury for the fourth annual MNFF from August 23 to 26th to screen their movies and experience the amazing moment of a film premiere. The four-day event has become an international draw for both filmmakers and audience members alike. MNFF is the brainchild of filmmaker Jay Craven of Kingdom County Productions and Lloyd Komesar, a part-time resident of Vermont and former Disney executive. Komesar serves as festival producer and Craven as the artistic director. “What makes the MNFF different is our commitment to first- and second-time filmmakers and its small town setting, “ Craven explained. The four-day film festival literally “takes over” Middlebury. The stores, restaurants and streets become welcoming hosts to the thousands of people who inhabit the town for an intimate glance into the world of filmmaking. “The size of the town provides a great place for people to stop and talk and compare film notes,” Craven said. “Also, our screening venues are excellent. Add in the special programs, morning coffee conversations, craft workshops and panels, andMNFF becomes a unique experience in the film festival circuit.”
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“It’s George. He’s gone and enlisted.”
The heat of June and July drove on into August and the harvest began. I was out with Hiram many days, helping him determine what the goal would be and working by his side to take in the corn, loading the wagon for the gristmill. It was a day late in that month, and we were haying. I was out in the field on the far side of the orchard with a long rake, when I saw motion and stopped my task. I peered into the bright light, and finally made out it was Myalina running toward me, her hands gathering up the sides of her skirt and her long hair flying behind her, dark and glossy in the sun like the feathers of a crow. I dropped the rake and hurried to meet her, fear making me gasp for breath. Her face streamed tears and when we were close, she flung herself at me and I caught onto her waist and she wrapped her arms tightly around my shoulders and sobbed so hard I was even more afraid. “There, there,” I soothed. “There, there. What has happened? Myalina, what is wrong?” When she did not stop crying, her frame racked with her weeping, I gently, but firmly unfolded her arms from me and placed my hands on either side of her face to calm her and get her to talk. “You have to tell me,” I said. “I can’t help if I don’t know.” My heart was hammering; was it her mother, Malinda, one of the children, Horace...Charles? “It’s George!” she got out the words at last. “It’s George! He’s gone and enlisted. For three years. He’s gone and enlisted in the Third to be with his brother. He’s leaving in a few days. Oh, my God, what am I to do?” A hundred thoughts flared through my mind. Not Charles, no one dead, my sister safe, but Myalina was losing George, her husband whom she loved, to the war. I took her back in my arms, and she continued to cry, though with less heat, and I rocked her like I would a baby. Hiram had come to stand close by and he watched us silently. “It’s George,” I told him, over her shoulder. “He has enlisted.” He shook his head and looked mournful. One after another, all of the men were going. Now both of the able Gage sons would be at war, leaving only the consumptive son who moved like a shadow around the house and only went outside to sit on warm days in the sunshine.
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The 2017 festival also paid tribute to actor Michael Murphy whose credits include Manhattan, Magnolia, Away From Her and An Unmarried Woman. Murphy arrived at the event with his arm in a cast. A walk with his dogs in Maine turned into a trip to the hospital following an unexpected encounter with a snake. Murphy traveled to Middlebury with the aid of his niece and kept his commitment to the festival. He recalled, “When I shot Unmarried Woman with Jill Clayburgh, I was the first whiny yuppie heel of the moment. Not a great role model. For a while after the film’s release, it wasn’t easy to get a date.” Murphy and Vermont-based actor Allan Nicholls also took to the stage for a retrospective on their work with the late legendary director, Robert Altman. The festival screened two of Altman’s pictures, Nashville and McCabe & Mrs. Miller, where Murphy was prominently featured. Nichols worked as a composer, actor, writer and/or assistant director on 10 Altman films. Nichols said, “Altman gave the actors a lot of freedom to improvise with his script, but expected to be surprised and entertained during every take.” Honored in 2017 was character actor M. Emmet Walsh, who is also a Vermonter. Walsh appeared in the Coen Brothers “stunning” first feature film called Blood Simple. His 114 film credits include Midnight Cowboy, Serpico, Blade Runner and Little Big Man. Following the screening of Blood Simple, Walsh took to the stage for a Q & A, but not before passing out his film resume from a plain, brown paper bag. “We are lining up new special guests for the fourth annual MNFF 2018,” Craven said. “The professional attendees help to set the tone and conversation for the festival.” The opportunities for new filmmakers to network and connect are a major goal for Craven and Komesar. The festival is known for its casual and Rutland Magazine
welcoming atmosphere, which encourages new filmmakers to reach out to the more experienced artists in the business. William Shouldice, President and CEO of The Vermont Teddy Bear Company was there at the festival’s inception. He met Komesar for lunch at the Storm Café in Middlebury, after his father introduced the two men. Shouldice said, “I loved the idea of bringing a first-class film festival to the area. It was a way to engage the community and offer a different kind of involvement for the local businesses. The Vermont Teddy Bear Company is definitely on board for the next three festivals.” At the close of the festival, a number of awards are given out. Komesar designed The VTEDDY Award and it is manufactured by The Vermont Teddy Bear Company. Recipients receive a Vermont Teddy Bear dressed in a tuxedo, standing proudly on top of a pedestal. Awards are given for Best Feature Narrative, Best Short Narrative, Best Feature Documentary, Best Short Documentary and an Audience Award, among others. Some categories also include a cash prize. Summer 2018
almost immediately. “We hope that Following the awards, there is a the audience finds it lively, culturally screening of a closing night film. relevant-and fun,” Komesar said. “And In 2017, it was Swim Team with an we hope that they discover, as we have, on-stage conversation with director new voices, new aesthetic approaches, Lara Stolman. Parents of a boy on the and new perspectives.” autism spectrum form a competitive For more information about the swim team, recruiting other teens on fourth annual MNFF please contact: the spectrum and training them with middfilmfest.org high expectations and zero pity. The film captured a moving quest for inclusion and independence, which fashions the basis of any Open life that “feels like winning”. daily Special film events are also 10-5 hosted by the Vermont International Film Festival throughout the year with screenings of A destination “Middlebury New Filmmaker’s for plants... Festival-Best of the Fest”. The lush hanging baskets, films are shown throughout a fabulous selection the state and allow those who of annuals, creeping couldn’t attend the festival to see vines, cutting flowers, perennials and more. some of the movies. The Isley Hard-to-find varieties & Library in Middlebury is also a customer favorites too. repository for past festival films that are made available to the organic veggie starts & herbs community for their personal View our plant lists online. Amazing selection! use. Farm Stand Rte.7 & Wood Ln., Brandon When the festival closes, prep802-247-6630 aration for the next one begins WoodsMarketGarden.com 89
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Rutland County Farmers Market The Rutland County Farmers Market sets up in Depot Park on Merchants Row in the heart of downtown Rutland on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Consumers and farmers interact with one another as all of the products are sold by the people that produce them. Shop for everything from produce to specialty and prepared foods to baked goods to cheeses. Plants are also available. This direct 90
communication between consumers and producers in crucial to the thriving localvore movement gaining momentum throughout Vermont. For more information visit rcfmvt.org. Vermont Farmers Market The Vermont Farmers Market sets up in Depot Park on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Along with agricultural and food products this market features hand-produced
crafts and health/beauty items. For more information visit VTfarmersmarket.org. Fair Haven Farmers Market The Fair Haven Farmers Market sets up on the Green in the center of town on Thursdays from 3:00 to 6:00 from June 7 to October 25. The outdoor market features baked goods, meats, vegetables, maple products, organic foods and more. For more information, call Maura at (802) 342-4727. Rutland Magazine
Summer Services at St. John's Episcopal Church, East Poultney The historical St. John's Episcopal Church reopens in June as a summer chapel with Services of Evening Prayer. Three joyful summer services are led by local Episcopal clergy, and start at 4:00 p.m. on selected Saturdays. On June 16, an old-time hymn sing is the theme. On July 14, the annual Welsh service takes place, with Scripture, prayer and singing in the lyrical Welsh language. On August 11, the church holds a service with a full choir in conjunction with the Poultney Historical Society's East Poultney Day. All three services are accompanied by the original 1860s hand-pumped organ played by Dr. James Casserino, director of the Vocal, Instrumental and Welsh Heritage Programs at Castleton University. After each service, light refreshments are available in the garden, weather permitting. For more information contact the Reverend William A. Davidson at (518) 499-1850 or Ida Mae Johnson at (802) 287-9744.
Relay for Life of Rutland County Remembering loved ones, honoring survivors and raising money to help the American Cancer Society (ACS) make a global impact fighting cancer is the purpose of the 2018 Rutland County Relay for Life, held Saturday, June 16 at the Vermont State Fairgrounds on South Main Street in Rutland. Registration for the signature fundraising event for ACS is held at 11:00 a.m. with official start at 1:00 p.m. After dark, luminaria are lit in a ceremony remembering cancer victims. The teams camp out at the fairgrounds site in decorated tents. The ending ceremony is held the next morning on Sunday, June 17 at 8:00 a.m. The annual community-based event brings together people dedicated to the fight against cancer to raise money for research and patient care. Cancer survivors, family members and friends, and business groups form teams that take turns walking around the fairground's race track. Food and items related to the event available. For more information contact (802) 353-7100.
JUNE Crowley Brothers Road Race The 42nd annual Crowley Brothers Memorial 10K Road Race is slated for Sunday, June 10 with point-to-point courses running from Proctor to Rutland. The day begins at 8:00 a.m. in front of the OMYA corporate headquarters at 61 Main Street in Proctor. Challenges and opportunities for the entire family include the signature 10K race, a 13.1-mile Half Marathon, a 10K relay, a 5K run, a 5K walk, a Corporate Challenge walk, and a children's downtown walk. The day's fun includes the awards presentation, vendors, a post party and live entertainment. Registration and runners’ packets are issued on Saturday, June 9 from the Rutland Middle School on Library Avenue in Rutland. For more information contact www.crowleyroadrace.com
Long Trail Century Ride The 8th annual Long Trail Century Ride, an all-day cycling event to raise funds to benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, pedals out from the Long Trail Brewery grounds in Bridgewater on Saturday, June 23. Routes of 100, 60, and 20 miles, along with a familyfriendly 5K, kick off the day while a festival and party with BBQ, live music, farmers market vendors, a silent auction and activities for children are held in the afternoon. The Century Ride raises money to help provide year-round sports and recreational programming and equipment to allow people with disabilities to enjoy outdoor activities and sports. For people who don't want to cycle but would like to contribute to the benefit, tickets for the party only are available at the door. For more information call (802) 6725011 or visit longtrailcenturyride.com.
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JULY President Calvin Coolidge Birthday Celebration The President Calvin Coolidge Birthday Celebration is more than a in-the-spirit Independence Day commemoration of the 30th president: Coolidge was actually born on July 4, 1872 in Plymouth. His family home, known as the “Summer White House” during his presidency from 1923 to 1929, is one of the focal points of the community-based tribute on Wednesday, July 4 at the State Historic Site at 3780 Route 100 in Plymouth. Running from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the low-key event features a procession from the town to the nearby cemetery capped off by a ceremonial bugle playing of Taps. Carried at the head of the parade is a wreath, sent from the current White House administration, which is laid on the gravesite. The Vermont Chamber of Commerce includes the Calvin Coolidge Birthday Celebration in its list of Top Ten Summer Events and points out that the Plymouth conclave is one of the best preserved presidential sites in the U.S. R.A.V.E. Car Show and Flea Market The 39th annual Rutland Area Vehicle Enthusiasts (R.A.V.E) Car Show and Flea Market takes over the Vermont State Fairgrounds on South Main Street in Rutland on Saturday, July 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The car show and automobile-related flea market include food vendors and musical entertainment. The car show, which is sponsored by a variety of local businesses, features many categories and divisions; there are no year or model limits. R.A.V.E. is a non-profit organization which donates all proceeds to local charities. Cost to attend is $5 per person or $20 per vehicle. For more information call (802) 265-8026.
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WESTON PLAYHOUSE 2018 Season Vermont’s award-winning Weston Playhouse Theatre Company unveils a blockbuster 2018 line-up, the largest in the theatre’s history. The season includes three productions on the company’s Main Stage at the historic Weston Playhouse and four productions at its stunning new Second Stage, Weston Playhouse at Walker Farm, plus pre-theatre dining, post-show Cabaret, and periodic special events. ANNE OF GREEN GABLES
Second Stage at Walker Farm June 13-June 30
A heartwarming, humorous tale to delight the young and young at heart.
OUR TOWN
Main Stage at Weston Playhouse June 21-July 7
Bridging the common and the cosmic, a fresh look at a Pulitzer Prize-winning classic.
FUN HOME
Second Stage at Walker Farm July 5-July 28
A groundbreaking five-time Tony Award winner.
WEST SIDE STORY
Main Stage at Weston Playhouse July 12-August 4
The iconic American musical.
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A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 2
Second Stage at Walker Farm August 2-August 25
Fresh from its Tony-winning Broadway run, the comic sequel to Ibsen’s famed drama.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
Main Stage at Weston Playhouse August 9-September 2
Four rock & roll legends, one unforgettable jam session, and a Tony-nominated jukebox musical that will have you swingin’ in your seat.
TWO TRAINS RUNNING
Second Stage at Walker Farm September 27-October 20
A brand new addition to the Weston Playhouse season. Public performances Friday - Sunday only. August Wilson's intimate portrait of extraordinary challenge and change.
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Weston Playhouse Theatre Company 703 Main Street Weston, Vermont 05161 Admin Office: (802) 824-8167 Box Office, open June - September: (802) 824-5288
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Basin Bluegrass Festival Running from Thursday, July 12 to Sunday, July 15, the 24th annual Basin Bluegrass Festival fills the central Vermont hills with traditional mountain music. The family-oriented event is held at the end of Basin Road in Brandon. The line-up of bands for 2018 includes Cedar Ridge; the Seth Sawyer Band; Beg, Steal or Borrow; Zink & Company; Canaan’s Land Bluegrass; Remington Ryde; Dave Nichols & Spare Change; Larry Efaw and the Bluegrass Mountaineers; Meadow Mountain; Moonshine Falls; and Smokey Greene & Sons. On Thursday evening there is a spaghetti supper (cost $10) starting at 5:00 p.m. followed by a classic country concert. The weekend finishes up on Sunday with a potluck supper under the food tent. Food and craft concession tents add fun to the weekend. The three-day event is $50 per person if purchased before June 25 or $60 per person at the gate. Children under 16 are admitted free. Day tickets are available. For more information and ticket details visit www.basinbluegrassfestival.com. Mount Holly Garden Tour The 12th annual Mount Holly Garden Tour steps off Saturday, July 21 at 9:30 a.m., wrapping up by 4:00 p.m. This self-guided tour of diverse, high-altitude gardens features a wide range of well-designed flower beds and vegetable plots as well as creative landscaping around natural features such as rock formations and ledges. Tickets of $12 each may be purchased the day of the tour at the Odd Fellows Hall on Lake Street in Belmont. Children under 12 tour free. For more information call (802) 259-2562. AUGUST Art in the Park Fine Art and Craft Festival Show The Chaffee Art Center hosts the 57th Art in the Park Fine Art and Craft 94
Community Care Network Receives Grants The Behavioral Health Early Childhood program of Community Care Network has received grants from the Vermont Country Store and Stewart's Shops Holiday Match Program to support the launch of two specialized children's mental health treatment programs in Rutland. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Child Parent Psychotherapy have recently been introduced to help with specific behavioral and mental health difficulties that some families with young children face, according to Lauren Norford, LICSW, Manager of Early Childhood Mental Health Programs. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is an evidence-based treatment for young children with emotional and behavioral disorders that places emphasis on improving the quality of the parent-child relationship and changing parent-child interaction patterns. With PCIT, therapists typically coach from an observation room with a one-way mirror into the playroom, using a “bug in the ear” system for communicating with the parents as they play with their child. Concluding each session, the therapist and caregiver together decide which skill to focus on most during short, daily home practice sessions. Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) helps young children who have experienced domestic violence or other serious trauma in the home. Typically, the child is seen with his or her primary caregiver. CPP examines how the trauma and the caregiver's relational history affect the caregiverchild relationship and the child's developmental trajectory. A central
goal is to support and strengthen the caregiver-child relationship as a vehicle for restoring and protecting the child's mental health. For 20 years, the Early Childhood Program at Community Care Network has provided comprehensive consultation and treatment services to families with a child, birth to age six, with emotional or behavioral challenges. According to Norford, the support of The Vermont Country Store and Stewart's Shops help purchase equipment and provide staff training for the new therapies. “We are so pleased to be able to offer these new evidence-based programs to address the issues that really matter to families,” said Norford. “Families ask for help with behavioral issues and early childhood trauma more than any other problems, and we now can offer more therapeutic solutions to help them get the results they are looking for. We are thankful to The Vermont Country Store and Stewart's Shops for their support of new clinical approaches.” Community Care Network (CNN) consists of Rutland Mental Health Services and Rutland Community Programs. The Behavioral Health Child and Family Services program delivers a wide range of human services to the Rutland County Community, including Mental Health and Substance Abuse Assessment, Outpatient Psychiatric Assessment and Medication Management, and 24/7 Crisis Services. Across all program areas, CCN serves more than 3,000 people each year.
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BRANDON INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Come celebrate the Fourth of July at Brandon’s 42nd Annual Independence Day Celebration Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7. FRIDAY, JULY 6
The fun begins Friday at the family friendly Street Dance from 6: 00 p.m. to 10 p.m. with music for all ages by DJ Jam Man Entertainment and food vendors. Fun for all ages in Downtown Brandon’s Central Park (please check website for updates closer to event date).
SATURDAY, JULY 7
The fun moves North to Park Village Complex (Route 7 North of Brandon) with activities and events all day. • Annual Silent Auction -Wide variety of items including beautiful locally made furniture, artwork, gift certificates and more. Come bid! • Family Games including karaoke and the infamous Swiss Roll eating contest • Variety of vendors and food • The best Independence Day Parade likely to be found anywhere in the Country at 1:00 p.m. • Live music with concert by Moose Crossing following the parade • Community Supper • DJ Jam Man spinning family favorites • Fireworks display at Dusk. Join us for a spectacular display by NorthStar Fireworks. • Plenty of onsite parking (including handicap accessible), plus convenient free shuttles from downtown running all day. Go to the Facebook page for updates: Brandon Independence Day Parade or Brandon Chamber of Commerce website: brandon.org. Summer 2018
Want to be in the Parade? Walk or Ride, all groups are welcome. Parade Applications available at the Brandon Free Public Library, Carr’s Florist and Brandon Town Offices.
Want to be a vendor? Contact bidccvendor@yahoo.com.
Businesses with an item to donate to Silent Auction? Contact Bobbie Torstenson b_torsten@comcast.net
General Questions? Contact Debbie Boyce bidcc@yahoo.com or 802-345-0056.
Looking for parking Volunteers! Come join the Parking Team. We need people to help with rotating shifts.
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Festival on Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12. Show hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Local artists organize displays for sale in rows of tents set up in the Main Street Park at the junction of Routes 4 and 7 in Rutland. Fine arts and crafts of all types, from jewelry to paintings to pottery to one-of-a-kind artistic creations, fill the booths. There is food, music, craft demonstrations, interactive crafts experiences and activities for children rounding out the event. All gate donations go to sponsor the Chaffee Art Center's exhibitions, art education classes, and community outreach programs. For more information call (802) 775-0356 or visit www.chaffeeartcenter.org
CASTLETON HOSTS 80TH ANNUAL COLONIAL DAY HOUSE TOUR Step back in time as hostesses in Colonial attire greet guests in homes along Castleton's historic Main Street during the 80th Annual Colonial Day House Tour, Saturday August 18th. The self guided walking tour includes over a dozen sites throughout the village including outstanding period homes, public buildings and historic sites. The Federated Church on Main Street, described as builder Thomas Royal Dake’s architectural masterpiece, is a popular stop on the tour. The pulpit, with its intricate moldings and panels is one of the most extraordinary in the state. Dake is famous for his beautifully scaled spiral staircases which can be seen in some of the homes on the tour. At the Higley House, home of the Castleton Historical Society, visitors can tour the exhibits, antique tools, carriage collection and period fashion display of 19th century clothing and accessories. On display at the Higley House will be the famous Blue Cat Quilt depicting historic landmarks in town and highlights from the book The Blue Cat of Castleton. The quilt was entirely hand sewn and hand quilted with over 375 hours spent in creating the unique pattern of quilting stitches. The 2018 Castleton Colonial Day House Tour will be held rain or shine Saturday, August 18th from 10am to 4pm. Tour tickets $20 ($18 seniors 62+) can be purchased on Colonial Day at ticket booths on Main Street. For information call 802-468-5691 or email: rileytjvt@comcast.net 96
Vermont Open Farm Week From Monday, August 13 through Sunday, August 19, farmers across Vermont welcome the public for a behind-the-scenes look at Vermont's diverse agricultural landscape during the state's fourth annual Open Farm Week. The event offers opportunities to learn more about local food origins and farming as well as how the diverse and growing business of agritourism works. Various activities include milking cows and goats, harvesting vegetables, collecting eggs, learning to make pickles, and working with fiber. Visitors may join scavenger hunts, hayrides, on-farm dinners and more. Open Farm Week is a collaborative statewide agritourism project organized by members of the Vermont Farm to Plate Network. For more information visit www. DiginVt.com. Vermont State Fair In its 173rd year, the Vermont State Fair is one of the oldest state fairs in the nation. Held from Tuesday,August 14 through Saturday, August 18 at 175 South Main Street in Rutland, the fair offers entertainment, carnival games, rides, events, concerts, a demolition derby, agricultural exhibits, culinary exhibits, a 4-H building, a maple sugar barn, a dairy barn, and grandstand attractions. Ground shows include Rosaire's Racing Pigs, the Hocus Pocus Magic Show, and the Barnyard Cackle Review among other entertainment. Gate fare varies depending on the day. For more information visit www.vermontstatefair.org or call (802) 775-5200. Rutland Magazine
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